Category : Parenting/ Health

Montell Jordan Overcomes Prostate Cancer; This Saved His Life

(Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images) Montell Jordan, the smooth-voiced R&B singer responsible for the #1 hit guaranteed to get everyone singing along, “This is How We Do It,” recently got very personal and emotional on his birthday when he reveal...

This Health Tech Company Is Sharing Its Diverse Clinical Trials Playbook

After three years of successful clinical trials, Abbott is sharing its strategies for diversifying clinical trials in healthcare. In the newly released publication “Advancing Diversity in Clinical Trials,” the organization lays out a blueprint for r...

Fix 340B Accountability to Ensure it Helps People it’s Intended for

Photo credit: 340B Report At BlackDoctor.org, we are committed to promoting equitable healthcare access for underserved communities. Dr. Farhan Bhatti’s compelling op-ed in The Detroit News on November 12th, highlights the urgent need to address unaf...

How Do You Know If You Have Hidradenitis Suppurativa?

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a chronic skin condition that affects the sweat glands, causing painful and recurrent swollen abscesses, nodules, and boils. If you suspect that you may have HS, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms,...

Vision Loss – What’s Normal and What’s Not?

All our bodies change as we age, and our eyes are no different. But what’s normal ‘wear and tear’ due to age, and what’s something more serious? If you notice vision changes over the years, it’s all a matter of noting the changes, addressing the sy...

How I Turned My Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Into a Mission For Change

Photo courtesy of PAN Foundation Prostate cancer is a diagnosis that reshapes lives. For William (Bill) Allen Jr., a prostate cancer survivor and advocate, his diagnosis in 2004 was not just a personal challenge but a springboard to a broader mission...

This Trial Was 96% Effective in HIV Prevention Over PrEP Pills

(HealthDay News) — People whose partners have HIV must remember to take antiretroviral pills every single day or risk infection themselves. But researchers have come up with a way to avoid that daily hassle – an injectable drug that patients would o...

This Everyday Item is the Biggest Driver of Infectious Disease Outbreaks

Infectious diseases are disorders that are caused by germs or things like a bacteria, a virus, a fungus or a parasite. Infectious diseases can range from mild to severe. Here are some common examples for each type: 1. Bacterial Infections Strep th...

Which Heart Failure Device Is Right For You?

The treatment options for heart failure will vary depending on how badly your heart has been affected. If your heart’s function is significantly affected, your doctor might suggest getting an implant. Since there are different devices available, it’...

10 Ways To Boost Your Memory At Every Age

It’s never too early or too late to improve your memory. Though the effects of memory loss can be more apparent as you age, it can start as soon as your late 30s. Fortunately, there are a few proven ways to boost your memory. 10 Great Ways To Impro...

Vaping Alternatives: Other Ways to Take the Edge Off

There’s always a reason to celebrate! Who doesn’t want to relax with friends, and reminisce on great times while creating new memories? As we get older, however, our definition of fun changes, and the things we used to do, we kind of don’t do them a...

How Cedars-Sinai Increased Black and Hispanic Clinical Trial Enrollment

courtesy of Cedars-Sinai Investigators can increase racial and ethnic diversity in clinical trials by updating language used in promotional materials, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and employing digital tools, a new study from Cedars-Sinai shows...

A Blood Test That Could Change Everything for Black Moms-to-Be

For Black women, the journey to motherhood comes with unique challenges. One in 10 babies in the US are born preterm. Black mothers are 50 percent more likely to experience preterm birth—one of the leading causes of infant mortality—compared to non-...

The Hidden Ways Your Skin Color Dictates Your Endo Care

Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of it, causing significant discomfort and health issues. Unfortunately, for Black women, the journey to a diagnosis and effective treatment is often fraught...

5 Skin Care Trends Black Folks Should Avoid

The American Academy of Dermatology has reported that there is a constant flow of harmful skincare trends being spread on social media today. Dermatologists, who have passed the board exam, are drawing attention to five harmful habits that you may e...